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Oh, a lockout – probably not on the top of your list of things you’d like to deal with for the day! No one wants to get locked out, but the problem is – it happens. Read on for more information!
First and foremost, take a deep breath. Stay calm. A stressful situation can easily lead to you not being able to think clearly, which can result in taking steps you aren’t going to be happy about later. There isn’t necessarily a need to break a window, or hurt yourself trying to squeeze inside through a window. If you take a deep breath and can think clearly, you might realize that the screened in pool door is unlocked. Or you might realize that your back passenger door of your vehicle is unlocked. Maybe you will remember giving a copy of your spare key to your brother. It certainly can’t hurt to try to remain calm. Of course, if you have a child or pet locked in your car, this is different, and you’ll want emergency assistance.
Locked out of your condo or apartment? Contact your leasing office. If you happen to rent an apartment or condo, you might have a landlord or the manager of your complex. This person should be able to get into your unit. They should have a spare copy of your key. This same idea applies to maintenance, so if your leasing office is closed, perhaps there is an emergency maintenance team available. This can save you from having to wait around and pay for a locksmith to come out.
Locked out of the car? Try a back door! As previously mentioned, you might not realize there is another entry way. Or look for a copy of your transponder key. In a state of panic, people forget that they actually have another door unlocked. Or it slips their mind that they have always had a spare key. Check these things before calling a locksmith.
Locked out of your office? See if another manager is around with a copy of a key. And consider going keyless to avoid this problem in the future.
If needed, call a locksmith! Do you have a locksmith you have heard excellent feedback about? Or maybe you have even hired one previously for other services.
Don’t let a lockout happen again. Take the following steps!
. If you have locked yourself out, you are going to want to prevent it from ever happening again. Making a copy of your key if you don’t already have one is a great idea. If you don’t have a place you are comfortable leaving it, give a copy to someone you trust.
Make sure to always have identification. If you have been locked out of your house, or even your vehicle, you might have needed to show some sort of ID for various reasons. A locksmith will want to know they are giving property access to the proper person. It’s a good idea to be able to identify yourself.
Have a locksmith in mind so you aren’t rushing around trying to find one. If you have been locked out in the past, you know that it is a good idea to have the contact information of a locksmith on you. This will save you from having to research locksmiths when you are standing outside your front door.
Have a chant or mantra in mind to avoid losing your key or locking yourself out. If you are prone to losing your keys or even just misplacing things in general, it’s a good idea to come up with a chant, for example, “put your key in your hand” prior to exiting your vehicle or walking out your front door. If you get used to doing this, it will become second nature, sort of like saying “hello?” when you answer the phone. This can prevent you from getting locked out down the road.
Opt for a keyless entry system. Keyless entry systems are very consistent and can be beneficial if you tend to misplace your keys.
Getting locked out is a stressful situation, no matter how or when it happens. It can be even more frightening if it happens late at night, when most businesses are closed. But if you remember these tips and listen to the guidance that has been offered, you should be able to get in faster. Calling a locksmith can prove extremely beneficial, not to mention it can save money by helping you avoid property damage. Thanks for reading what to do in different lockout situations!
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